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Nature, Hiking & Scenic Adventures

Outdoor guides for beaches, trails, viewpoints, weather patterns, and scenic places across Hawaii.

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How the Hawaiian Islands Were Formed

How the Hawaiian Islands Were Formed

The Hawaiian Islands are the visible peaks of a vast volcanic chain. Here is the surprisingly simple process that built them—and keeps building them today.

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